Dr. Melanie Kim received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree with honors from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. During her training, Dr. Kim received several awards and published in the Journal of Endodontics. She completed her specialty training in endodontics at New York University College of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics where she learned the latest in technology and techniques. Dr. Kims professional affiliations include the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, New York State Dental Assocation, and the New York County Dental Society. Dr. Kim was listed as one of Americas Top Dentists. She has been practicing endodontics for 15 years in New York City.

An endodontist is a dentist with special training in diagnosing and treating problems associated with the inside of the tooth. They do only endodontic procedures in their practices because they are specialists. To become specialists, they complete dental school and an additional two or more years of advanced training in endodontics, one of the nine specialties recognized by the American Dental Association. They perform routine as well as difficult and very complex endodontic procedures, including retreatment of previous root canals that have not healed completely, as well as endodontic surgery. Endodontists are also experienced at finding the cause of oral and facial pain that has been difficult to diagnose.